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The Metropolitan Police have now charged Imran Muhammad, of Swindon Close, Ilford, with the murder of Seyed Khan and perverting the course of justice on Saturday (February 3).

He appeared at Bromley Magistrates' Court today (February 5) and has been remanded in custody to appear at the Old Bailey on Wednesday (February 7).

Seyed Khan had been missing for a week before the discovery

The investigation took a sinister turn after items relating to the investigation were found at the cemetery.

Officers had been searching the area since 9.30pm with forensic teams and a search team with police dogs.

Police were searching the grounds of the church

A Met Police spokesman said: "This was in relation to a number of items that had been discovered in or around the Ilford Cemetery area that are linked to the investigation into the whereabouts of Seyed Khan."

Following Seyed's disappearance, his eldest son, Khalil, spoke of his increasing concerns.

People have been worshipping at the church since 1831

He said: “My father is a kind and well respected man; he is much loved by his family and friends. We are all in great grief, especially my five-year-old brother. All we want is for our dad to come back to us.”

Detective Inspector Domenica Catino said after the discovery: “A murder investigation has now been launched after officers searching for Mr Khan found a body. His family has been updated.